It's time for the holidays and that means, it's time for sales. Black Friday and Cyber Monday are both flying up on us now, so I'm going to share some of the sales I'm aware of with you! I'll keep updating as new sales are posted! We'll start with Black Friday since it's almost here!

BLACK FRIDAY
IT COSMETICS

• USE CODE ITFRIDAY FOR 20% OFF YOUR ORDER
• ALL ABOUT EYES SKINCARE SET $18

URBAN DECAY

• 20% OFF ENTIRE PURCHASE & FREE SHIPPING

ULTA

• SELECT MASCARAS $10
• 40% OFF ABH GLOW KITS & LIQUID GLOW
• $10 BARE MINERALS HOLIDAY SETS
• $15 TOO FACED LIPS & LASHES SET
• $15 URBAN DECAY NAKED HEAT PETITE PALETTE
• $10 & UNDER IT BRUSHES FOR ULTA
• $10 SMASHBOX ALWAYS ON LIP DUO
• $9 THE BODY SHOP BODY BUTTER TRIOS
• $13 LAURA GELLER BAKED GELATO SWIRL HIGHLIGHTERS
• $15 BECCA ON THE GLO TRIO
• $15 STILA LITTLE BIG SHOTS DUO
• $15 PUR MINI EYESHADOW & HIGHLIGHT PALETTES
• 40% OFF THE BODY SHOP
• MANY, MANY OTHER DEALS ON THEIR SITE

SEPHORA

• $15 TARTE GIRL BOSS GOODIES SET
• IT COSMETICS IT'S YOUR SECRET TO CONFIDENT SKIN SET $14
• TOO FACED SEXY PRIME TIME SET $12
• TARTE BEACH, SLEEP, REPEAT SET $10
• MILK MAKEUP THE COOL KIDS DUO $14
• SMASHBOX SPOTLIGHT PALETTE MINI $15
• COVERFX GLAM & GLOW ON THE GO SET $12
• & MANY MORE!

SIGMA

• 30% OFF EVERYTHING & FREE WORLDWIDE SHIPPING

TOO FACED

• 30% OFF EVERYTHING CODE PINK30
• FREE SHIPPING ON ALL ORDERS

ANASTASIA BEVERLY HILLS

• BUNDLE OF 4 PALETTES FOR $90 (SUBCULTURE, MODERN RENAISSANCE, PRISM, SOFT GLAM)
• BUNDLE OF 10 LIQUID LIPSTICKS (TWO SETS) $60

CYBER MONDAY

IT COSMETICS

• 25% OFF $30+ WITH CODE CYBER25
• FREE HELLO LASHES MASCARA WITH $70+ PURCHASE & CODE
• 11/28-12/2 FREE VITALITY LIP FLUSH STAIN ON ORDERS OF $50+ WITH FREE SHIPPING. USE CODE GIFT4U

URBAN DECAY

• 11/25 50% OFF NAKED SKIN CONCEALERS & UD PRO BRUSHES
• 11/26 50% OFF NAKED HEAT PALETTE
• 11/27 50% OFF SELECT VICE LIPSTICKS
• 11/28 50% OFF NAKED HEAT PETITE PALETTE
• 11/29 50% OFF LIGHTBEAM PALETTE, MOONDUST PALETTE, SHAPESHIFTER PALETTE
• 11/30 $10 STOCKING STUFFERS
• 12/1 50% OFF NAKED SMOKY PALETTE

SIGMA

• 11/24-11/25 ALL INDIVIDUAL EYE BRUSHES $10 & UNDER, INDIVIDUAL FACE BRUSHES $16 & UNDER
• 11/26-11/27 35% OFF EVERYTHING FREE F88 ON ORDERS OVER $50, FREE US SHIPPING NO MINIMUM, FREE INTERNATIONAL SHIPPING ON $75+

I'll keep updating this as I come across more sales. Feel free to leave any sales you find in the comments as well! Thank you for reading & happy shopping!

*products mentioned were sent for review, opinions are my own*
We're back with another QVC TSV from It Cosmetics. This is their holiday TSV, the It's Your Top 5 Superstars & More Collection. We've talked about these TSVs so many times in the past, I feel like you know how it works by now, but here's the rundown.
Normally, these are available for one day only, and that day is November 10th, 2018 at 12 AM EST, however, I have a presale link for you so it's available now. You can find that link here and I'll also post it below after we talk about this TSV.
I'm sure what you want to know is what's included in the It's Your Top 5 Superstars & More TSV, and I'm here to give you that information.

• IT COSMETICS CONFIDENCE IN A CREAM MOISTURIZER - this is easily my favorite moisturizer and we've talked about that before. I think I have three backups and that's okay with me. I've also gotten my mom hooked on it so I'm now her supplier as well! What you should know about this moisturizer is that it's a dry skinned girls (or boys!) dream. It's super hydrated and not too heavy for a cream. It takes around 10 minutes to totally sink in and it's worth it.
• IT COSMETICS BYE BYE UNDEREYE CONCEALER - This is THE concealer for dark circles. It's a little on the thicker side and you need the TINIEST amount. It's so full coverage but make sure you set it well!
• IT COSMETICS SUPERHERO MASCARA - This mascara does amazing things for your lashes. It gives length and SO MUCH volume. A quick tip: wipe the excess of your brush for the best results. A little too much can get on the wand and then you get clumpy. If you like clumpy, you do you but if you like to avoid the clumps, just wipe off the excess.
• IT COSMETICS CELEBRATION FOUNDATION - I'm not the best with powder foundations BUT I do like this one. I like all of the IT Cosmetics powder foundations. I feel like they look SO smooth on the skin. 
• IT COSMETICS JE NE SAIS QUOI HYDRATING LIP TREATMENT SERUM - I am literally obsessed with this stuff. I wear it everyday. Every single day. Usually it's my go-to lip color for the day because it turns the perfect shade of pink, but I also wear it in the mornings when I'm getting ready and at night after I finish my skin care. It's so good, so hydrating, and makes your lips just look SO nice.
• IT COSMETICS HEAVENLY LUXE DUAL ENDED BUFF AND BLEND BRUSH - I am addicted to It Cosmetics brushes. They know it, I know it, you should know it. Honestly, you should also be addicted because omg, they're so soft! If you've never felt one, do it. Go to Ulta and touch them, then come back to me. They're the softest brushes in existence.

Whether or not you need this TSV, only you know. But, if you buy it, you're definitely going to be happy. It's so nice. I definitely recommend it, whether you're buying it to try new products or to have backups of your current favorites. Let me know which is your favorite!

Here's that link to purchase again!

Thanks for reading!

*Products mentioned were sent for review. Opinions are my own*

I'm a foundation hoarder. We know this. Since I'm on a mission to try them all, we're going to talk about a new one today. The PUR 4 in 1 Stick Foundation is pretty new to their collection, and it intrigued me. Usually, I wouldn't take a second look at a stick foundation but they've become so popular recently that I've been sucked into the trend and here we are. The PUR 4 in 1 Foundation Stick in described as a velvety matte finish with buildable medium-full coverage. This is formulated with a Ceretin Complex (age defying), and a skin nourishing Energy Complex. You can use this to conceal, highlight, and contour. This is said to brighten uneven skin tones, increase hydration, reduce dullness and pores, and protect against environmental stressors.  The packaging is a silver, octagonal tube. It's very shiny and looks really nice on your vanity. It grabs fingerprints, though so keeping it shiny is nearly impossible. It's a very nice component, though. So, let's talk about how this worked for me. First things to note, my skin type. I have dry skin at the moment. It varies between normal-dry. I also have dark spots, acne scars, and redness.  I have five of the twenty-three shades.

• PORCELAIN
• BLUSH PORCELAIN
• LIGHT PORCELAIN
• LIGHT
• GOLDEN LIGHT

The shade range is pretty good and I'm pretty happy with the shades I have.

The formula on these is said to be medium-full coverage and builable, which I can confirm is true. I don't use much and I can get medium coverage and they can absolutely be built up to a fuller coverage, but I'm just not into that. I prefer a lighter coverage, so I try to sheer these out. I've applied them with both a Beauty Blender and a foundation brush. The Beauty Blender takes a bit more effort because it's a stick foundation. It has a thicker, drier texture. Using a brush is easier, but foundation brushes and dry skin don't play well together so it's not my favorite. 

As I said, the color match is really good. I prefer to work harder and use my Beauty Blender, but it's not my favorite and here's why. I have dry skin and these are a little heavy for me. They don't look bad and they don't look cakey unless you overdo it, but you can tell you're wearing makeup. At first, it looks good but the longer I wear it, the drier it looks. It doesn't sink into my pores, lines, or anything like that though, which I can appreciate. I've worn these so many times and I do enjoy them. I love the way they look in photos, too. I just have to moisturize and prime very well to use them and my skin will still look dry after a few hours. 

These sticks are not totally smooth. A couple of mine are a little gritty. It's fine and it works fine, just not totally smooth. The last thing that bothers me is the smell. It has a distinct scent and I can't pinpoint it, but I don't like it. It's not too strong, you're obviously not going to smell it when you wear it so it's not a big deal. Just know, it's there and it's not great.

So we've reached the end and this has been a rollercoaster. To summarize all of my thoughts:

• 23 available shades
• 9g of product in tube
• Creamy but not oily
• Doesn't slip around
• Sets without powder
• Blush, bronzer, highlight blend perfectly on top
• Gets drier as the day goes on
• Weird scent
• Sticks are a little gritty
• Need to moisturize and prime well if you have dry skin
• matte velvet finish

I've been using products to help with my acne scars and it's seriously dried out my skin. I think once I finish and my skin gets closer to a normal texture, this might be one of my go-to foundations.

You can find these on the PUR website and at Ulta. 

What foundation should I try next?

Thanks for reading!

*Products mentioned were sent for review, opinions are my own*
Hi! It's been a while and we need to talk about this palette. Don't worry, my review of the Urban Decay Naked Cherry Collection is next but since this released first, I wanted to tell you about it first. It's been a while since I've been excited about makeup, but the Elements palette and Naked Cherry Collection really drew me in so let's talk about Elements!
The Elements palette is a super colorful palette that has 19 new shades and we are going to talk about all of them. Fair warning, this palette is severely lacking in mattes, so if that's what you're after you will want to pass on it. This palette is mostly glitters, shimmers, and metallics and is a GREAT companion palette. I'm not mad at it. Let's talk about the packaging first.
That packaging is gorgeous. I love the design, I love that it's round, I even love the layout of the shadows, surprisingly. It's very sturdy, the mirror is huge, and it snaps closed.
So, as I mentioned there are 19 shades and they are all new, which is totally awesome. Let's talk about them!

• DREAMWEAVER - BRIGHT PINK MATTE
• EGO - PINK-PURPLE W/ BLUE MICROSHIMMER
• HEAVY WATER - BRIGHT METALLIC TEAL
• SAPPHIRE DREAM - BRIGHT NAVY BLUE METALLIC
• ELECTRIC AIR - PINK-SILVER W/ IRIDESCENT MICROGLITTER
• ANTIDOTE - SOFT WARM NUDE
• SECRET KEEPER - BRIGHT GREEN SATIN W/ GOLD SHIFT
• EARTHBOUND - FOREST GREEN SATIN W/ TONAL MICROSHIMMER
• ELEMENTAL - SIENNA MATTE
• VOLCANIC - BRONZE METALLIC
• LIONESS - SMOKY BURGUNDY SATIN W/ BRONZE SPARKLE
• DREAMWEAVER - BRIGHT PINK MATTE
• TECTONIC - CHOCOLATE BROWN W/ IRIDESCENT MICRO SPARKLE
• HEX REMEDY - BRIGHT PURPLE W/ IRIDESCENT SPARKLE
• FORTUNE TELLER - METALLIC PINK-RED W/ GREEN SHIFT/SPARKLE
• SILVER BURN - SMOKY PURPLE W/ PINK IRIDESCENT SPARKLE
• FOOLS GOLD - METALLIC GOLD W/ TONAL SPARKLE 
• MOON ROCK - METALLIC COPPER W/ IRIDESCENT SPARKLE
• LUNA - WHITE SHIMMER W/ IRIDESCENT MICRO SPARKLE

As you can tell from the description and the swatches, these shades are super sparkly. The majority are VERY pigmented, with the exception of Luna which is supposed to be a topper. These shades are very soft, very creamy, and do have a lot of fall out so doing your eyeshadow first is recommended with these.

The mattes apply and blend very well, but as you can tell there are only a couple. You'll need a palette to use with this if you want more mattes. The shimmers/metallics are super shiny, super glittery, and very pigmented. I prefer to apply them with my fingers, but you can use a brush. Using a brush will require you to build them up more. They work best on top of a base or with a glitter glue.

If you love color, you'll probably love this palette. The colors are gorgeous and the formula is really good! Let me know what your favorite shades are in the palette!

It's available now on Urban Decay's website, as well as Ulta and Sephora.

Thanks for reading!

*Products mentioned were sent for review, all opinions are my own.*
By now, we all know I'm a huge fan of Pixi Beauty. They're cruelty free, affordable, and their products are awesome. I've talked about how obsessed I am with their skincare, and I've talked about how much I love some of their makeup products, so today we're going to talk about a newer product, the Glow-y Gossamer Duos. When I first received the Glow-y Gossamer Duos, I wasn't sure what to think. As it sounds, there are two shades in each compact and there are two different compacts, meaning there are four shades between the two duos. One is called Subtle Sunrise and the other is Delicate Dew.

• SUBTLE SUNRISE - LIGHT CHAMPAGNE GOLD/PEACHY-CHAMPAGNE
• DELICATE DEW - ICY PINK/BEIGE-CHAMPAGNE

Delicate Dew on Top, Subtle Sunrise on bottom

I think Subtle Sunrise is my favorite. The champagne gold side isn't too gold, and the other side is a champagne shade with a subtle pink/peachy duochrome and I am obsessed. Delicate Dew is also a nice duo. The icy pink side is very intense and bright. The beige-champagne side is a little deeper and won't work well for my skin tone. It's definitely gorgeous.

The formula on these is so weird but so good. At first, I thought these looked extremely dry and I was skeptical. Upon swatching I realized this is absolutely not true. They're buttery, blend into the skin, and are SO shiny. They have a wet-metallic look to them that is super intense if you want it to be, but they can also be applied sheerly and blended to give a very beautiful, natural glow. 

These retail for $18 each and if you like them and need a new highlight, I recommend trying these out!

Thanks for reading!

*Products mentioned were sent for review, opinions are my own*

I've been waiting to review the Urban Decay Born to Run Collection until I felt up to doing so. I've been in a place recently where I just don't feel like writing and I feel so uncreative and uninspired. So, here I am, a little late, with a full review and swatches of the Urban Decay Born To Run Collection.
The Born to Run Collection includes an eyeshadow palette, three 24/7 liners, and three lipsticks. I love the variety in this collection, while also feeling cohesive. It's odd to see so much variety, yet somehow it all just works. 
The Born to Run Eyeshadow palette had me excited long before I received it in the mail. I've been waiting on another colorful palette from Urban Decay so I was super excited for the shades in the palette. In this palette, there are twenty one shades in a good mix of neutrals, colors, shimmers, and mattes. 

• BREAKAWAY - WARM IVORY SHIMMER
• STRANDED - PALE ROSE GOLD WITH MICRO SHIMMER
• BLAZE - LIGHT METALLIC GOLD WITH PINK SHIFT
• WEEKENDER - LIGHT NEUTRAL BEIGE MATTE
• STILL SHOT - BRIGHT PEACH
• RIFF - BROWN NUDE MATTE WITH FLOATING MICRO SPARKLE
• GOOD AS GONE - DEEP BROWN WITH IRIDESCENT MICRO SHIMMER
• HELL RIDE - DEEP FUCHSIA MATTE
• BAJA - BURNT ORANGE MATTE
• ACCELERATE - REDDISH COPPER METALLIC
• GUILT TRIP - SMOKY PURPLE SHIMMER
• IGNITE - ROSE GOLD METALLIC
• SMOG - DEEP COPPERY BRONZE
• WANDERLUST - FOREST GREEN WITH GOLD MICRO SHIMMER
• WILDHEART - BRIGHT FUCHSIA SHIMMER
• PUNK - REDDISH BROWN MATTE
• DOUBLE LIFE - METALLIC RUST
• JET - BLACK WITH DEEP SHIMMERING PURPLE SHIFT
• DRIFT - CHARCOAL SATIN WITH MICRO SHIMMER
• RADIO - DEEP EMERALD SATIN
• BIG SKY - FROSTED GREEN SHIMMER WITH IRIDESCENT MICRO SHIMMER

As you can tell, the majority of the shades have warm undertones, but there are some cool tones mixed in. Five of the shades have been included in previous launches, these are Blaze, Riff, Smog, Punk, and Jet.

I did two sets of swatches even though I don't think swatches are super important as some shadows just won't swatch well. The set of swatches over my tattoos are done with my fingers, the set on my other arm is done with the flat eyeshadow brush from Sigma.

I wasn't totally sure what to expect from this palette because Urban Decay palettes can occasionally be hit or miss. These shades are all very soft and blendable, which I appreciate. One thing that I noticed right away is that these are less pigmented. However, I think this contributes to how seamlessly they blend. The mattes are all gorgeous and are easy to work with. The most disappointing shade in the palette for me was Still Shot, followed closely bu Hell Ride. Both are absolutely stunning, but they really have to be built up and I expected them to be more pigmented than they are. Baja is an exception because it's VERY pigmented, so a little goes a long way with this one.

The shimmers are very soft and work best if you apply them with your fingers. I do not recommend using a dry brush for these, it just won't give you what you're looking for. I prefer to use a glitter glue as I have heavily hooded eyelids, but it also helps with their pigmentation. When applied onto a base with your fingers, they're totally gorgeous. 

Overall, I consider the palette a nice purchase that you may not need but if you want some more neutrals and a little more color in your life, you'll probably want to add it to your collection. I waited so long to review it so I could have plenty of time to test it and even though it's SO perfect for summer, I think with the colors available, it will also be great for fall. Also, the packaging is so cute and nice. This palette is heavy, it closes securely, and the mirror is really nice.

Next, we have three 24/7 Glide On Eye Pencils. I'm not sure if these shades have been previously launched and I couldn't find any solid information about it. 

• LUCKY - DARK METALLIC COPPER
• OVERDRIVE - DEEP GREEN METALLIC
• DOUBLE LIFE - REDDISH BROWN METALLIC

Not much needs to be said about these eyeliners. The colors are gorgeous and pair perfectly with the palette. They are VERY pigmented and apply on your waterline with one swipe. If you like the colors, grab them while they're available!

Lastly, we have the three lipsticks in the collection.

• READY - BRIGHT ROSE SPARKLE (METALLIC)
• MARFA - DEEP BERRY WITH PINK MICRO SHIMMER (COMFORT MATTE)
• 66 - RICH MAUVE NUDE (COMFORT MATTE)

As a hoarder of lipsticks, I loved adding these to my collection. They're fairly different from the colors I currently have and I love the Urban Decay Lipstick formula. Ready is a more sheer shade while 66 and Marfa are super pigmented. The packaging matches the palette and it's so cute. 

This entire collection is a winner. I've been using this palette every time I've done my makeup since I received it. I'm totally obsessed with Blaze, Baja, Wanderlust, and Drift. I can't wait to create more looks with this palette. Rarely do I actually feel inspired by a palette, but this one really fuels my creativity. The liners are amazing, like always, and last on the waterline all day. Also, these don't transfer onto my contact lenses. The lipsticks are gorgeous, of course. The colors are pretty and there's something for everyone.

You can find this collection at Urban Decay, Macy's, Ulta, and Sephora. 

Which is your favorite? Do you have a favorite shade?

Thanks for reading!

There's this little app called Hush, and I'm sure you've heard of it. There are a ton of different brands listed on it, from indie brands to mainstream brands. However, I think it's most known for the indie brands that are "duping" high end makeup. I was curious and I've loved the look of the Huda Beauty Desert Dusk palette since it was first announced, but could not accept that price tag. In comes Bad Habit with the Athena palette, which is said to be a dupe. I purchased it and I've used it a lot, so I'm ready to tell you if it's a dupe or not.




The Bad Habit Athena palette is only $14 vs the $65 price tag of the Huda Desert Dusk palette. What I feared upon purchasing this palette was the quality would reflect the price. There are 18 shadows in this palette, eight are matte, six are pearl-shimmers, three are duo-chrome toppers, and one is a pressed glitter. In the pan, the colors look identical to the Huda Beauty Desert Dusk palette, but I do not have it to compare swatches.




The formula of the shadows varies. The mattes tend to be pretty powdery, but blendable. They're pigmented but not super pigmented, so you'll need to build them up. The shimmers and duo-chromes need a sticky base to work, and the glitter needs glitter glue. The problem that I have is, the shimmers and duo-chromes do sit well on top of a base but if the base touches the matte color, it darkens it. You can't blend it out and you can't layer other shadows on top to fix it. It's literally a situation where you have to remove your makeup and start over, which isn't ideal. This has happened to me three separate times. Without a base, the shimmers and duochromes are very underwhelming, even when applied with your fingers. It makes this palette a little awkward to use, and it is not user friendly.




You may remember that I loved the Subculture palette and I still do. A problem everyone seemed to have with Subculture is that it's powdery, there's a ton of fall out, the colors are patchy, and whenever you tried to use a base, the mattes would darken and become totally unblendable. Well, I didn't experience these problems with Subculture, but it's exactly what I'm experiencing with the Athena palette. Building up the mattes too much results in patchiness, layering too many shades makes it muddy, mattes stick to a base and darken, the shimmers and duochromes aren't great without a base.




I've heard so many good things about this palette and I was disappointed. The palette is okay, it's usable but it's underwhelming. It's a little more complicated to use than I'd like and I haven't found a way to make it work. I don't like going into an eye look knowing that there's a good chance I'll have to start over at least once. I've tried different bases, but it always ends the same. It's frustrating and I like doing my makeup and dislike being frustrated while doing so.



Overall, I can't recommend this palette as a dupe. Sure, the colors look the same but I don't think they actually perform the same. I haven't heard of anyone using the Desert Dusk palette having these issues. If you're willing to put in the extra work, the colors are pretty. You just have to be very careful how you apply them and keep those mattes 100% dry.

I hate giving negative reviews but I think it's important to let you know when something isn't worth the money. $14 may not be much for a palette but it's around the same price as a palette from Colourpop and their shadows are awesome. Again, the colors in the Athena palette are gorgeous. If you want to use the shimmers over a base, you'll absolutely have to use a different palette for your matte shades. I wish I loved the palette, but I just can't.




Quickly, let's discuss the Hush App because it's the only way to purchase this palette. The Hush App requires your Paypal information to set up your account before you can even use it, which I don't like. For the purpose of this review, I did it anyway. The app is a little awkward to use and isn't very intuitive; it's very busy. I placed my order and had to wait almost three weeks to receive the palette, which is insane. After it shipped, it took 4 days to get to me, the rest of that time my order was marked as processing. So, as far as that goes, don't order something if you don't want to wait upwards of two weeks to receive it!

Thanks for reading!

*Some products mentioned were sent for consideration. Opinions are my own*

Like me, you've probably waited until the very last minute to do your Mother's Day shopping, and so I'm here to save the day. While this post is for Mother's Day, these gifts are perfect for any occasion. If you need gift ideas, keep reading!



I'm about to do something I almost always emphasize not doing, and that's recommending skin care as a gift. Skin care in most cases is a terrible gift. More often than not, you don't know enough about someone else's skin to successfully recommend or purchase skin care products for that person. Skin care is extremely personal and usually the products that you love won't work as well on a friend. However, this is your mother. Chances are, you know her skin type and you know what her skin needs.

That being said, here are a couple of skin care recommendations that you can grab from Ulta on the way to see your mom.



The IT Cosmetics skin care line has quickly become my favorite and always feels so luxurious. The IT Cosmetics Confidence in a Cream has been a favorite moisturizer of mine since it launched. It's anti-aging, which is a re-occurring theme with my skin care recommendations. Another great moisturizer is the IT Cosmetics Secret Sauce. This is a little thicker than the Confidence in a Cream and definitely takes longer to sink in, however, it leaves your skin very hydrated and glowy. My two favorite eye creams are also from IT Cosmetics and you really can't go wrong here. The Bye Bye Undereye is a gel formula that sinks in quick while leaving a smooth, soft finish. The Confidence in an Eye Cream is a little thicker and a cream consistency. I prefer this one for night time but it can be used anytime. The last skin care product I'm recommending is the IT Cosmetics Bye Bye Lines Serum. From the name, it's pretty obvious what this does but it's meant to smooth your fine lines. It's also hydrating, smoothing, and leaves such a soft feel to your skin. As I said, all of these are available at Ulta and some are also available at Sephora.



Moving on from skin care, because that was a lot, let's discuss some eyeshadow palettes. I know that some mom's are VERY into makeup, while some just don't have the time, patience, or interest in being super glam so I've got three eyeshadow palettes that will work for either. The Urban Decay Naked Basics palettes are so good, as you can tell since I've done some damage to mine.




They're palm-sized palettes and each contain six shades. Whether you're looking for warm tones, cool tones, or neutral tones, there is a palette that will work for you. The Urban Decay Naked Basics, Naked Basics 2, and Petite Heat are awesome gifts. These are available at Ulta and Sephora.



Let's say your mom is more into makeup but needs makeup that will last. Well, that's where the IT Cosmetics Superhero Liner comes in. That stuff is bulletproof. It's easy to use, in a pen form but with a brush tip rather than felt tip so it won't dry out as quickly. Once you apply this and it dries, it does not smudge, fade, or budge. It's waterproof and long-wearing, as well as super black and pigmented. This is another one you can grab at Ulta.



I hope this was helpful and that you've found a gift that will work for your mom. To all of the moms, Happy (early) Mother's Day!

Thanks for reading!

*Products mentioned were sent for review, opinions are my own*

We've talked about the Pixi X Weylie collab, we've discussed the Pixi X Dulce Candy collab, and now it's time to talk about the Pixi X Chloe Morello collaboration. If you missed the other reviews, definitely check them out to find out what I think is worth the money and what you should avoid. Let's talk about the Pixi X Chloe Morello collab!



Pixi collaborated with Chloe Morello, a popular YouTuber, to create a palette, Palette Chloette and a lip gloss, Lip Icing. The Palette Chloette has some of her favorite blushes and eyeshadows, and the lip gloss is supposed to give any lip color a glow boost, but can also be worn on its own.

The packaging on the palette is the same as the other Pixi palettes, but like the Dulce Candy collab, this palette is super easy to open. This may not seem significant BUT the Pixi Palettes are notorious for being difficult to open. I absolutely appreciate that they seem to have remedied that issue. I'm still not the biggest fan of the green and clear plastic packaging, but it's functional and that's what matters.



The Palette Chloette contains three blushes and nine eyeshadows. Six of these eyeshadows are shimmery and the last three are matte. The three matte shades are meant to be used as transition shades or liners, but can also double as brow powder. The three blushes are glowy but don't accentuate texture on my cheeks. They're very natural shades that blend so well; I actually really like the formula. The eyeshadows are soft and pretty, but subtle. There isn't a ton of pigmentation to the shimmery shades. They can be layered or applied on top of a base for extra intensity. If you're looking for nice, subtle, everyday shades, this might be just what you're looking for.






Lip Icing is infused with Rosehip and Marula oils to nourish your lips. It's a gold-pink shimmer that works well on it's own or layered over a lip color. It's not nearly as intense as you would think; much like the palette it is actually quite subtle and pretty. It's perfect for everyday wear. Because of the oils in this gloss, it's super soft and silky. It feels really moisturizing on the lips and there is no gritty glitter feel. It's not sticky at all but will need reapplied more often, around every 2-3 hours. I kind of love this gloss and like to layer it with another gloss I've been wearing constantly that we will talk about very soon.



These collaborations are always really cool and I end up loving some of the products and feel meh about others. I do like the Palette Chloette, but for someone, like myself, who loves really intense, metallic shades it does feel slightly underwhelming. I've used the blushes each time I've done my makeup because I love them, though. Overall, I do like the palette and I think it's worth the price. You'll get a lot of everyday wear out of it and it's nice that it also has the blushes inside. Much like the Weylie palette, it is dupeable.




The Lip Icing is the standout of the two, without a doubt. If you've been here before, you know that I despise gloss and the fact that I like this one should tell you something. The list of glosses I like is super short, and this one is near the top. If you pick up one thing from this collab, I absolutely recommend grabbing this gloss. I truly think it will be universally flattering.

You can find these items as well as the other collaborations on the Pixi Beauty Website.